Assistant Manager

Arden Holdings Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion retail company is seeking an Assistant Manager in Halifax to support the Store Manager in achieving sales objectives and improving employee performance. Candidates should have at least 1 year of retail leadership experience and excellent customer service skills. Benefits include group insurance, bonuses, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Group insurance

Bonus possibilities

Casual dress-code

Employee discount

Wellness days

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year retail experience in a leadership role.
• Strong time management and priority-setting skills.
• Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to achieve sales objectives.
• Oversee all store operations and cleanliness.
• Provide excellent customer service to customers.
• Comply with head office requests regarding operations.

Skills

Selling skills

Customer service abilities

Time management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

THIS COULD BE YOU!

Want to be part of an amazing team? If you’re a vibrant and highly motivated leader with an interest in fashion retail – we want to hear from you.

The Role

The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager to achieve sales objectives, improve employee performance and ensure efficient store operations. The Assistant Manager must lead by example and inspire their team to generate sales as well as provide outstanding customer service all while projecting the company’s culture and image.

In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager oversees all store operations.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the implementation of strategies to achieve the store’s sales and profit budgets.
• Oversee all store operations including: opening and closing procedures, store cleanliness, re-stocking and merchandising, customer service and supervision of the team.
• Providing excellent customer service and coaching their team accordingly.
• Comply with all head office requests regarding store operations.
• Processing purchases at the register.
• Adhering to all company policies.
• Supporting the Store Manager in ensuring company standards are followed in accordance with the employee manual.
• Performing all other related duties as directed by the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year retail experience in a leadership role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent selling and customer service abilities
• Strong time management, and priority-setting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to delegate tasks and take ownership
• Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and climb a ladder
• Move, lift and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (weighing up to 30 pounds)

Availability Requirements

• Days, evenings and weekends.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

What\'s in it for you?

• Group insurance
• Bonus possibilities
• Dynamic and friendly work environment
• Casual dress-code
• Employee discount
• Upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards
• Birthday paid off & Wellness days
• Wellness initiatives
• Cool contests
• Opportunities for growth

At Ardene, you’re more than an employee – you’re part of a fun, dynamic and energetic family.